1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 46 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 280 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.
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, 1997 Honda Legend, 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1997 Honda Legend | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Legend |
Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |