1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 51 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 2,801 cc, 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 90 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
