1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 47 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera 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 | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
