1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze 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 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 70 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze 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 | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 70 | Breeze |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4950 RPM |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 79 L |