1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO (197 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1994 Mitsubishi FTO | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 70 | FTO |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
