1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 51 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1030 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 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 96 L |