1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 42 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90.
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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90. 2007 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |