1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1960 Austin A 90
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1960 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
