1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 53 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 489 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 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram 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 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 70 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 132 L |
