1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 1997 ZAZ Wagon 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 ZAZ Wagon. (50 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1997 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 ZAZ Wagon. 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 ZAZ Wagon, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1997 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | ZAZ |
| Model | A 70 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
