1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Passat |
Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |