1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1962 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 114 L |
