1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira is newer by 45 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, 2005 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira 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 40 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira.
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, 2005 Holden Zafira, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2005 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
