1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 14 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. 1996 Plymouth Prowler 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. 1996 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 70 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
