1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2001 Holden Cruze is newer by 49 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, 2001 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Cruze 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 295 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 70 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
