1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 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 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 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 328 kg more than 1995 Rover 214.
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 Rover 214, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A 90 | 214 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
