1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1964 Austin A 90
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1964 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 75 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 34 L |
