1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1983 Dodge 600
To start off, 1983 Dodge 600 is newer by 31 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge 600 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 115 kg more than 1983 Dodge 600.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Dodge 600 (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge 600 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 | 1983 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 70 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
