1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 16 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (141 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1892 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |