1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang.
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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |