1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 85 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro 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 | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 90 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |