1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 56 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 380 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 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |
