1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 52 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, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 140 kg more than 1952 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
