1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1977 Opel Commodore is newer by 22 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Commodore 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 35 kg more than 1977 Opel Commodore.
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, 1977 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore 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 | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 90 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |