1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 57 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, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit.
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, 2008 Honda Fit, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Fit |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |