1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 29 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera 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 522 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 90 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
