1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
Because 1964 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 110 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
