1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 44 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, 1996 Honda Ballade (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade 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 300 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade.
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, 1996 Honda Ballade, 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Ballade |
Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |