1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 36 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lada 2107 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 210 kg more than 1989 Lada 2107.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 70 | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
