1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 61 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1027 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram 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 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 70 | Ram |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 98 L |