1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 29 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 950 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.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban 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 | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 70 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
