1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 46 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 235 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.
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, 1997 Lancia K, 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, 1997 Lancia K (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K 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 | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 70 | K |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
