1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 44 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 80 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |