1969 AMC AMX vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 19 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. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 62 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
Make | AMC | Austin |
Model | AMX | A 70 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |