1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 46 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 942 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero 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 279 kg more than 2010 SSC Aero.
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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1136 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero 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 | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Austin | SSC |
| Model | A 90 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1090 mm |
