1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 820 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 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram 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 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 70 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
