1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 62 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 213 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 70 | Versa |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4455 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 41 L |