1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 144 L |
