1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Lada 110
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 53 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, 2005 Lada 110 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110 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 275 kg more than 2005 Lada 110.
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, 2005 Lada 110, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 2005 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 90 | 110 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
