1951 Austin A vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 631 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |