1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 70 | Astra |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 52 L |