1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan 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 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 15 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 2005 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |