1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 30 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 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 295 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC 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 | 1985 Bitter SC | |
Make | Austin | Bitter |
Model | A 90 | SC |
Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |