1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 194 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Passat |
Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
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 | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |