1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |