1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
