1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1991 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |