1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Previa |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |