1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Ford Ka
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 53 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, 2004 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ka 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 175 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka.
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, 2004 Ford Ka, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2004 Ford Ka | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Ka |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 59 L |