1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 56 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 740 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |