1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 6 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 196 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 70 | MK II |
Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 54 L |