1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 48 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 500 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 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso 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 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 90 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
