1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 35 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 69 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Z |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
