1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 58 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, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 216 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, 2010 Honda Element, 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Element |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2576 mm |
