1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 338 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 70 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 66 L |
