1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Flavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 90 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |