1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1957 Austin A 40
To start off, 1957 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1957 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 70 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
