1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Because 1953 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Cube 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 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 70 | Cube |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |