1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 60 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 90 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 95 L |
