1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 23 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 180 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 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 70 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
