1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster 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 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster 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 160 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Austin | Dacia |
Model | A 90 | Duster |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2673 mm |