1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 60 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |