1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 57 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1246 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 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 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 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 136 L |