1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1994 Ford Orion
To start off, 1994 Ford Orion is newer by 42 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, 1994 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Orion 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 260 kg more than 1994 Ford Orion.
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, 1994 Ford Orion, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1994 Ford Orion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Orion |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |