1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1967 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1967 Ferrari Dino is newer by 11 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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1967 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | Dino |
Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |