1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 52 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 76 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus, 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus 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 | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 70 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
