1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 110 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, 2000 Honda CR-V, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
