1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 994 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada 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 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 70 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 106 L |
