1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 24 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, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 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 190 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 70 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
