1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 70 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
