1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 44 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 72 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour, 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, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour 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 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
