1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 50 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Rodeo (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70.
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, 2004 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Rodeo 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 | 2004 Holden Rodeo | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 70 | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |