1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 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 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 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 365 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 1996 Rover 200, 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 @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 90 | 200 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |