1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2003 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | MCC |
Model | A 90 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1810 mm |