1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 62 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 255 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |