1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 56 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90. 2007 Ford E-250 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. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |
