1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 48 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 423 kg more than 1959 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 90 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |