1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 18 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 70 | Centura |
Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3533 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |