1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero 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 200 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1999 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 90 | Alero |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
