1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 53 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 41 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos 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. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
