1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1974 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1974 Ford Fairlane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 182 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1974 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
