1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster 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 337 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
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 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster 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 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Austin | Tesla |
| Model | A 90 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2352 mm |
