1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 38 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 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 466 kg more than 2003 TVR T 350.
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, 2003 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 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 | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | T 350 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |