1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 61 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 176 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 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback 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 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 90 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
