1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 is newer by 59 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 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 100 kg more than 2010 Mazda B4000.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 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, 2010 Mazda B4000 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, 2010 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B4000 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 | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 70 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 74 L |
