1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
