1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1955 Tatra T603 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1949 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Austin | Tatra |
Model | A 90 | T603 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |