1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 420 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 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina 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 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 70 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |