1952 Austin A vs. 1953 Austin A 70
To start off, 1953 Austin A 70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 695 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 1953 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 56 L |
