1953 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1955 Austin A 90
To start off, 1955 Austin A 90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1955 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 6C | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
