1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 34 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX 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 240 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
