1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1980 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 29 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1980 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 70 | Omni |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 49 L |
