1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2004 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 51 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 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 | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Austin | Ascari |
Model | A 90 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |