1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 55 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada 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 200 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 70 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |
