1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 61 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 583 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2011 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 70 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
