1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 201 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 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1950 Austin A 70 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |