1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 35 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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra 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 90 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
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, 1991 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra 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 | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 90 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
