1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Toyota Publica is newer by 22 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. 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 | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
