1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 1990 Subaru XT is newer by 39 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, 1990 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT 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 230 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT.
Because 1990 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru XT 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 | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 90 | XT |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
