1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 1953 Austin A 70 is newer by 3 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. Both 1953 Austin A 70 and 1950 Austin A 70 are equipped with a 2,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 63 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 70 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
