1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 60 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A 90 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
