1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 40 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1999 Daewoo Lanos | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | A 90 | Lanos |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |