1952 Austin A vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 418 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
