1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 45 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith 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 208 kg more than 1993 TVR Griffith.
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 | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 70 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| 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 | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
