1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
