1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 31 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 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 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A 90 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
