1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 45 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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo 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 437 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo, 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) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Aveo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 145 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |