1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 62 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 99 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |