1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1966 Austin A 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1966 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |