1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 56 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1379 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 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana 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 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 70 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 117 L |
