1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 21 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 530 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.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 70 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
