1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1969 Fiat Dino is newer by 20 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino 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 30 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
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 | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 70 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 60 mm |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
