1999 AC Cobra vs. 1954 Austin A 90
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 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 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 365 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1954 Austin A 90 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Cobra | A 90 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
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 | 191 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |