1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 47 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 28 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
