1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 40 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 519 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
