1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 42 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 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 330 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 90 | 200 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |