1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 28 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 215 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 | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 70 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
