1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 48 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 295 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 | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 70 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
