1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 29 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 34 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400, 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (180 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A 90 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
