1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 1950 Austin A 70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. 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:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 40 | A 70 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |