1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1981 Zastava 102 is newer by 21 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1981 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Austin | Zastava |
| Model | A 90 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2160 mm |
