1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 285 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper 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 | 2002 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 90 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
