1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep 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 10 kg more than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
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 Saab 03-Sep, 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 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 90 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
