1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 51 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2002 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 70 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
