1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 8 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.

Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Austin A 90 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Austin Honda
Model A 90 CR-V
Year Released 1965 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2910 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1562 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 58 L