1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1956 Austin A 95
To start off, 1965 Austin A 90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1956 Austin A 95 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 90 | A 95 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |