1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 60 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1150 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. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
