1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 48 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 127 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma 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 | 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 70 | Tacuma |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
