1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 90 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
