1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
