1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 18 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 10 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger 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 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 90 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
