1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 916 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 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, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |