1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 315 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2005 Toyota RAV4, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
