1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 26 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
