1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 37 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire 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 371 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, 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) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 90 | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2399 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 | 203 Nm |
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 | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |