1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1972 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1972 Monteverdi 2000 is newer by 21 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, 1972 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 10 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1972 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Monteverdi |
| Model | A 70 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| 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 | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 82 L |
