1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 41 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort 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 194 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Escort |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |