1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina 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 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |