1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 244 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Austin A 70 2012 Volkswagen Passat
Make Austin Volkswagen
Model A 70 Passat
Year Released 1953 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2199 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 66 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4769 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2712 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 70 L


 

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