1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 90 (88 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 90 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
