1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 64 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 238 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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1949 Austin A 70 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Golf |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |