1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 30 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle, 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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle 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 | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 70 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |