1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1969 Lancia Flavia 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1969 Lancia Flavia (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 70 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |