1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 110 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 86 L |