1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 54 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 967 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |