1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 49 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 313 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 90 | BRZ |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1259 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |