1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 48 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 79 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.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
