1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 50 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Austin | Scion |
Model | A 70 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |