1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Ford Contour
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 28 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, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour 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 328 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour.
Because 1966 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 1994 Ford Contour | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Contour |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |