1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 44 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 737 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 268 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
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 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 70 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| 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 | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
