1999 AC Cobra vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 50 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Cobra | A 90 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |