1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 63 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1034 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.
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. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
