1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 42 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, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION 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 122 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION.
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, 2006 Saturn ION, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Austin | Saturn |
| Model | A 90 | ION |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 49 L |
