1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 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 308 kg more than 1995 Rover 214.
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, 1995 Rover 214, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 70 | 214 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |