1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 59 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 9 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
