1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1984 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 33 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 40 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 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, 1984 Pontiac 6000, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 70 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
