1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 45 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 13 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. 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, 1996 Ford Escort, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Escort |
Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |