1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 129 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2005 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |