1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 45 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 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 210 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC 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 | 1995 Lexus SC | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | A 70 | SC |
Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 66 L |