1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 130 kg more than 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 70 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
