1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 57 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 380 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 70 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
