1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 45 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 180 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE 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 | 2001 Holden UTE | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | UTE |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |