1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 55 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1623 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.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 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, 2006 Hummer H2 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, 2006 Hummer H2 (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 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 | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Austin | Hummer |
| Model | A 70 | H2 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 121 L |
