1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 28 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 280 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 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 70 | Trooper |
Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |