1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 58 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 468 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 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 70 | CC |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
