1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 33 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, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour 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 328 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
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, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Contour |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |