1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 49 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 90 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
