1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
