1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1970 Fiat 130 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 70 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
