1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 45 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, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova 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 215 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova.
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, 1998 Holden Nova, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1998 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 70 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
