1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 58 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1257 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 70 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| 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 | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 98 L |
