1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 50 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm 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 180 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
