1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 58 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 281 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 49 L |
