1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
