1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 52 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (201 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 280 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 70 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 69 L |