1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 227 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang 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 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |