1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 370 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
