1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 190 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 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 59 L |
