1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 37 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 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 70 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |