1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 210 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 70 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |