1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 42 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora 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 470 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora 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 | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |