1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 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 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 132 L |
