1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 47 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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 85 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.
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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 70 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |
