1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1962 Ford Popular
To start off, 1962 Ford Popular is newer by 13 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1962 Ford Popular. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1962 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
