1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1155 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, 2009 GMC Acadia, 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 70 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 83 L |
