1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1967 MG MGC 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. Both 1960 Austin A 90 and 1967 MG MGC are equipped with a 2,912 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90.
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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 1967 MG MGC | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 90 | MGC |
Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 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 Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |