1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 52 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo 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 5 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
