1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1967 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mexico is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mexico.
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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 1967 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 90 | Mexico |
Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |