1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1969 TVR Vixen is newer by 14 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, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 90 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
