1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 33 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1955 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 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 | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 90 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
