1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1964 Holden EH is newer by 15 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 2,928 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1964 Holden EH.
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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1964 Holden EH | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | EH |
Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2928 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |