1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 55 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR 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 18 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR 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 | 2009 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 70 | HHR |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 61 L |