1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 TVR M
To start off, 1972 TVR M is newer by 21 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, 1972 TVR M (105 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR M 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 365 kg more than 1972 TVR M.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR M. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR M.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1972 TVR M | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | M |
Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |