1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Record |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
