1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 90 | Astra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |