1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 215 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
