1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1547 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
