1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 280Z is newer by 25 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 24 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 280Z 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 | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | A 70 | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
