1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 44 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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 22 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V 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 | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
