1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 32 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 2,932 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 56 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada 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 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Granada |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |