1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 485 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 90 | MK IX |
Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |