1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |
