1968 AMC AMX vs. 1956 Austin A 90
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 57 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1956 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | AMX | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
