1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Holden UTE
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE is newer by 55 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 140 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE 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 | 2003 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
