1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 58 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1496 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 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
