1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 66 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
