1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 54 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 391 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 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 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 74 L |
