1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 59 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, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 686 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | A 70 | RX |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |