1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 122 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
