1951 Austin A vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 410 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A | Passat |
Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |