1951 Austin A vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1319 kg more than 1951 Austin A. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
