1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 53 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 330 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
