1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1966 Austin A 90
To start off, 1966 Austin A 90 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1966 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 110 | 1966 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 110 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |