1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 40 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora 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 540 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora 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 | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |