1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Holden Camira 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 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira 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 270 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira.
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 Holden Camira, 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 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira 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 Holden Camira | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | Camira |
Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |