1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 62 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1058 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.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 90 | Ram |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |