1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 13 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 90 | Century |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
