1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 26 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |