1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 17 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 6 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | 914 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |