1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 28 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, 1980 Lada 2105 (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada 2105 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 255 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105.
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) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 70 | 2105 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 118 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |