1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 379 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |