1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Festiva |
Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |