1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 TVR Griffith is newer by 38 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 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith 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 440 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith.
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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Griffith 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 | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |