1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 330 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.
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 Honda Element, 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Element |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
