1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 55 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos, 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2011 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
