1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1286 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. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Austin A 70 | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 70 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |