1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 700 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |
