1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 986 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Austin A 70 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |