1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1993 Opel Astra
To start off, 1993 Opel Astra is newer by 43 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, 1993 Opel Astra (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Astra 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 265 kg more than 1993 Opel Astra.
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, 1993 Opel Astra, 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1993 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 70 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
