1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante 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 20 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante 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 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 70 | Levante |
Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |