1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 61 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 410 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 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 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 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 70 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |
