1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 25 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G 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 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | A 90 | G |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
