1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |