1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 54 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 50 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.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 70 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |