1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 287 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 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang 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 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |