1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk is newer by 5 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 3,042 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 86 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. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Austin | Studebaker |
| Model | A 70 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
