1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 44 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 290 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 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 90 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |