1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 56 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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra 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 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (153 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 90 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
