1961 Austin A vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 870 kg more than 1961 Austin A. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
