1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Austin A 90. 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 90 | Viper |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 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 | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |