1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 435 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.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
