1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1969 TVR Tuscan is newer by 19 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
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 | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 70 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
