1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith is newer by 41 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith 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 258 kg more than 1997 TVR Griffith.
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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Griffith 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 | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 90 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
