1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1969 MG MGC
To start off, 1969 MG MGC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90.
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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGC. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1969 MG MGC | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 90 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
