1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1993 Dodge Spirit is newer by 28 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, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit 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 254 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1993 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1993 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit 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 | 1993 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 90 | Spirit |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |