1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 56 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 70 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |