1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1987 TVR Tasmin is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 70 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
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 70 | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 70 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
