1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 32 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), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 45 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 70 | 600 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
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 | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1235 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 |