1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 663 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 70 | FX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2885 mm |
