1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 43 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 290 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis 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 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 90 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
