1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 34 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera 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 375 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |