1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 51 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, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 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 380 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
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, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 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 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Austin | Noble |
Model | A 90 | M12 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |