1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1993 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort, 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1993 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
