1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 59 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 830 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager 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 | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 70 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |