1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 51 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 49 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2011 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 90 | Patriot |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |