1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 53 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 272 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
