1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 40 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 36 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. 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, 1991 Innocenti 990, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
Make | Austin | Innocenti |
Model | A 90 | 990 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2050 mm |