1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 28 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 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 85 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Because 1956 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 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 | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 90 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
