1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 53 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
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 | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Austin | Panoz |
| Model | A 70 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.2 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 Weight | 1270 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
