1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1968 Plymouth GTX is newer by 17 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 327 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. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth GTX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 70 | GTX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
