1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Camry |
Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |