1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2001 Holden Vectra 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra 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 20 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra.
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, 2001 Holden Vectra, 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, 2001 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra 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 Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
