1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 54 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 863 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 70 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 98 L |
