1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 57 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, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION 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 20 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Because 1948 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Austin | Saturn |
| Model | A 70 | ION |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
