1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 10 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 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 243 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90.
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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | A 90 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4269 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |