1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 35 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, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL 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 491 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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, 2000 Acura EL, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2000 Acura EL | |
Make | Austin | Acura |
Model | A 90 | EL |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 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 | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |