1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 1955 Austin A 135 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 821 kg more than 1949 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 135 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2440 mm |