1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 237 kg more than 1966 Austin A 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Biscayne |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 98.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 87 L |