1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire

To start off, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 40 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, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire 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 294 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.

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, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Austin A 90 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
Make Austin Pontiac
Model A 90 Sunfire
Year Released 1960 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2201 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1206 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2650 mm


 

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