1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1960 Austin A 90
To start off, 1960 Austin A 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1960 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 1900 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
