1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1970 Zastava 1300 is newer by 15 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) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Zastava 1300. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Austin | Zastava |
| Model | A 90 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
