1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 70 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 1949 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Austin A 70 | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1949 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |