1951 Austin A vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 55 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
