1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 26 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 1965 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
