1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 18 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 330 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 70 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
