1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 70 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
