1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 60 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 693 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 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus 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 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
