1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 70 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
