1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 51 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 90 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
