1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 17 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 285 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark 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 | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 90 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |