1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 60 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 280 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90. 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, 2008 Toyota Previa, 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
