1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1989 Ford Telstar is newer by 37 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, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar 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 250 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar.
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, 1989 Ford Telstar, 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, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar 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 | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Telstar |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |