1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 34 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 210 kg more than 1951 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1985 Bitter SC | |
Make | Austin | Bitter |
Model | A 90 | SC |
Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |