1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 28 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 184 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1960 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 90 | Spirit |
Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |