1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 45 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 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 355 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, 2000 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2000 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Venture |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |