1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis 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 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 415 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis 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 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 70 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |