1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 23 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 255 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman 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 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 70 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
