1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1320 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 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 8128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3650 mm |
