1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 41 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Austin | ZAZ |
| Model | A 70 | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
