1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 33 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest 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 110 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 90 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
