1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 1973 Ford Granada is newer by 21 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Granada (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 152 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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. 1973 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1973 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
