1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 45 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, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort 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 270 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
