1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar, 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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1998 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
