1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 291 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 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, 1988 Buick Electra, 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra 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 | 1988 Buick Electra | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 70 | Electra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |