1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 615 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Fortuner |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |