1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 55 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 245 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse 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 | 2005 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 70 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
