1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 90 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |