1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 54 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 197 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 70 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
