1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 52 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, 2000 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma 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 350 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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, 2000 Ford Puma, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Puma |
Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |