1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier is newer by 47 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 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 230 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.
Because 2000 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier 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, 2000 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90. 2000 Honda Avancier 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. 2000 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2000 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
