1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
