1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 54 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |