1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 160 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.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V 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 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 70 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |