1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 32 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1490 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.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 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 | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
Make | Austin | Hummer |
Model | A 70 | H1 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3310 mm |