1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 46 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 662 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 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 90 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
