1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1965 Austin A 90
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 25 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1965 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alpine | Austin |
Model | V6 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |