1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 57 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 66 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2007 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 35 L |
