1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 51 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 510 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager 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 | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 70 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
