1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 226 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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 Cavalier, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
