1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1996 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 70 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 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 | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
