1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 47 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, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 446 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan, 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.
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1949 Austin A 70 | 1996 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |