1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 45 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 422 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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 70 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |
