1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 53 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 195 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 2008 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Maverick 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 | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
