1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 56 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 351 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 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
