1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 622 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 70 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |