1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 54 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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio 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 | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Austin | Mahindra |
| Model | A 90 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
