1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1968 Opel Commodore is newer by 14 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Opel Commodore (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 90 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |