1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 218 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 90 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
