1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 16 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 180 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 90 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
