1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 60 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 304 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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.
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1949 Austin A 70 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |