1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 58 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex 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 | 2009 Ford Flex | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Flex |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |