1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 44 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 260 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 484 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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |