1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1968 TVR Tuscan is newer by 17 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1968 TVR Tuscan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1968 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 90 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
