1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 24 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 11 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 90 | 2105 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 118 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |