1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 44 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70.
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 | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
