1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 53 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 59 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
