1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 52 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 361 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 70 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |
