1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 57 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), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 314 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 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 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| 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 | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 136 L |
