1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 352 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
