1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 177 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 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, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 2008 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A 90 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
