1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 440 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |