1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 56 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 175 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 70 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 98 L |