1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2003 Subaru B is newer by 52 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru B weights approximately 300 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 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B 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 | 2003 Subaru B | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 70 | B |
Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |