1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
