1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1982 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Escort |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |