1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1991 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1991 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
