1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 112 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |