1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 40 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 30 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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90. 2004 Holden Monaro 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. 2004 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
