1968 AMC AMX vs. 1963 Austin A 90
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1963 Austin A 90 | |
Make | AMC | Austin |
Model | AMX | A 90 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |