1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 63 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 330 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2012 Fiat Ducato, 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 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 70 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
