1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 70 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
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:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
