1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay 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, 2005 Saturn Relay 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, 2005 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Austin | Saturn |
Model | A 70 | Relay |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 62 L |