1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 16 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
