1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 47 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 372 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 83 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 1 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 435 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
