1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo is newer by 42 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3060 mm |
