1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 32 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 445 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 70 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 95 L |