1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 30 kg more 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 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |