1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1973 Holden UTE is newer by 24 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 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70.
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. 1973 Holden UTE 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. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 70 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
