1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 331 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 70 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |