1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 37 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 28 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
