1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
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:
1949 Austin A 70 | 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 70 | 100 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 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 | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 109 L |