1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 53 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze 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, 2003 Holden Cruze 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
