1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1967 Steyr 650T is newer by 12 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 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 65 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Austin | Steyr |
Model | A 90 | 650T |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1850 mm |