1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 895 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 60 | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | A 60 | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |