1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 70 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
