1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 460 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 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 Toyota Soarer, 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. 2000 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
