1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 62 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 111 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Golf |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |