1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 1968 Datsun 1800 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | A 90 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |
