1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1952 Austin A 70
To start off, 1952 Austin A 70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 66 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 157 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1952 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 70 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 56 L |
