1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 95 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 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 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |