1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 72 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |