1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 59 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 332 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.
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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 90 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |