1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 48 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, 1999 Rover 25 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 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 250 kg more than 1999 Rover 25.
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, 1999 Rover 25, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1999 Rover 25 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 70 | 25 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |