1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera is newer by 55 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 361 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.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera 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 | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
