1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1988 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1988 Honda Concerto is newer by 39 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto 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 269 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.
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, 1988 Honda Concerto, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1988 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Concerto |
Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |