1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 59 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 575 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara 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 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 70 | Antara |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |