1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1995 Rover 800 is newer by 43 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1952 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 90 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 1952 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800, 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, 1995 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 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 | 1995 Rover 800 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 90 | 800 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |