1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra 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 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra 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 270 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
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 Honda Integra, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1989 Honda Integra | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 70 | Integra |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |