1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 57 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 70 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
