1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 31 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 62 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
