1990 Austin Montego vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 41 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego, 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | Montego | A 90 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |