1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1964 Holden EJ is newer by 14 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1964 Holden EJ. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 70 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
