1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 250 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 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 70 | ATS |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 61 L |