1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 21 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega 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 265 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
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. 1970 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1970 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Vega |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
