1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado 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 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado 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 360 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado 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 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 90 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
