1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 40 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta 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 110 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta 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, 1990 Lancia Delta 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 90 | Delta |
Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |