1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 93 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |