1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1962 Austin A 40
To start off, 1962 Austin A 40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1962 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 70 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |