1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 49 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara 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 70 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
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 | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | A 70 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
