1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 50 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 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 87 L |
