1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
