1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 57 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 69 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Austin | Scion |
Model | A 90 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |