1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 Sparky 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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
