1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1966 MG 1100
To start off, 1966 MG 1100 is newer by 15 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 34 more horse power than 1966 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1966 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 MG 1100, 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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1966 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 90 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
