1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 87 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90.
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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Super 90 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
