1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City 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 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 26 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 2002 Honda City | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | City |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |