1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Ford Contour
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 47 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour, 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:
1949 Austin A 70 | 1996 Ford Contour | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Contour |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |