1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 50 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 2 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
