1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1990 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G32 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G32 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 524 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G32.
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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G32. (145 Nm). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1990 Ginetta G32 | |
Make | Austin | Ginetta |
Model | A 70 | G32 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2220 mm |