1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 43 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (119 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica 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 40 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corsica 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 | 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |
