1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 57 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1332 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 70 | Escalade |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 117 L |