1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 55 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Polo |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |