1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1955 Plymouth Belvedere is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Plymouth Belvedere (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 270 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1955 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 70 | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2930 mm |
