1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 35 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore 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 60 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore 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 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 70 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |