1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 564 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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |