1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Austin A 110 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 110 | Passat |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |