1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1968 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 90 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
