1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1995 Opel Vectra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Opel Vectra.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
