1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 39 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 60 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. 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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. 1988 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
