1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1993 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 40 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), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 290 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 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 | 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| 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 | 187 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
