1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
