1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 52 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, 2002 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Rover 75, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A 90 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 160 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 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
