1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 1992 Tata Estate is newer by 43 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Tata Estate (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 370 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 | 1992 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A 70 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
