1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper 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 28 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper 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 | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 90 | Viper |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |