1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Rover 75
To start off, 2000 Rover 75 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 75 weights approximately 70 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 Rover 75, 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2000 Rover 75 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 90 | 75 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |