1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 60 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 780 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey 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 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 70 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 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 | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 79 L |
