1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1950 Austin A 90
To start off, 1968 Austin A 60 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 90 (88 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1950 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 60 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
