1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1983 Buick LeSabre is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 200 kg more than 1953 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 1983 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 90 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |