1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,984 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 536 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |
