1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 21 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 62 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |