1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 51 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1016 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 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
