1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 56 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 87 L |
