1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 55 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1322 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 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A 70 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
