1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 49 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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ginetta G34 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 510 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34.
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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 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 | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | A 90 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1050 mm |
