1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 300 kg more than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3605 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 | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |