1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Nova |
Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |