1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 50 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 570 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan, 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan 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 | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 70 | Caravan |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |