1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 59 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 745 kg more than 1948 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. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Territory |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
