1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 44 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, 1995 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla 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 290 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |