1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 53 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 946 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Express |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 117 L |
