1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 220 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 2001 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V 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 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 70 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6 |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |