1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 49 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 26 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1963 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 1963 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
