1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 46 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1135 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline 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 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
