1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 387 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 70 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
