1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 260 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 1974 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Austin | Avanti |
Model | A 90 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |