1974 AMC Matador vs. 1965 Austin A 90
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 222 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1965 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1965 Austin A 90 | |
Make | AMC | Austin |
Model | Matador | A 90 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 34 L |