1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 57 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 379 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 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
