1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 311 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90. 1994 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
