1951 Austin A vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 655 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, 1993 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
