1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1975 AC 428
To start off, 1975 AC 428 is newer by 24 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 160 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. 1975 AC 428 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. 1975 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1975 AC 428 | |
| Make | Austin | AC |
| Model | A 70 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
