1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 63 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, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 186 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 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 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 90 | X1 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |