1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 18 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Biscayne |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
