1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 44 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1324 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 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan, 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 Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | Routan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 78 L |
