1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 52 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 140 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
