1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 56 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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 20 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
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 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |