1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (262 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 321 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1965 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3009 mm |
