1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1970 Holden Monaro 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro 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 75 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro.
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 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro 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 | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |