1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 735 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 70 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 78 L |