1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 44 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim 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 136 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 90 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |