1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 11 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 17 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90. 1975 Chevrolet Nova has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
