1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 56 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 30 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 1954 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 70 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
