1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 is newer by 15 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 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 25 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000.
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, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 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 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 90 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |