1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 633 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 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 90 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
