1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1961 Ginetta G3
To start off, 1961 Ginetta G3 is newer by 11 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Ginetta G3. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ginetta G3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1961 Ginetta G3. 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 | 1961 Ginetta G3 | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | A 70 | G3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
