1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 22 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont 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 19 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
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, 1971 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont 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 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |