1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 1959 Abarth 2200 is newer by 10 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 2200 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
