1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 32 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 720 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 90 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
