1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 140 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. 1999 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
