1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 62 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion tC weights approximately 48 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, 2012 Scion tC, 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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC 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 | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Austin | Scion |
| Model | A 70 | tC |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
