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 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 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. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 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 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |