1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |