1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 39 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 20 kg more than 1962 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 2001 Holden UTE | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | UTE |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |