1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1955 Austin A 90
To start off, 1955 Austin A 90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1955 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 70 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |