1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1972 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Centura is newer by 19 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1972 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Centura 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 | 1972 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 70 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
