1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 47 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 327 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 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 90 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| 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 | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
