1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1947 Austin A 110
To start off, 1951 Austin A 70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1947 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 70 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
