1951 Austin A vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 53 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), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 624 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A | Touran |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
