1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1962 Austin A 90
To start off, 1962 Austin A 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1962 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 70 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 34 L |