1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 70 | Sagaris |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |