1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Partner 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Partner (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Partner 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 105 kg more than 2007 Peugeot Partner.
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, 2007 Peugeot Partner, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2007 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 70 | Partner |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
