1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 867 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 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 1956 Austin A 30. 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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 30 | Passat |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |