1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 62 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 101 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |