1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 48 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 90 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
