1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 47 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
