1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 39 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 750 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.
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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster 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 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 70 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 62 L |