1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1960 Triumph Herald is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 90 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
