1969 AMC AMX vs. 1962 Austin A 90
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1962 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | AMX | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
