1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 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 165 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 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 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 90 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
