1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry 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 240 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry 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 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 70 | Camry |
Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |