1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1969 Triumph TR6 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph TR6 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph TR6 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 150 kg more than 1969 Triumph TR6.
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, 1969 Triumph TR6 (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph TR6 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 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | A 70 | TR6 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |