1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 42 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, 1998 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 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 65 kg more than 1998 Rover 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, 1998 Rover 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1998 Rover 600 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 90 | 600 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |