1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 48 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 505 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 70 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
