1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 20 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana 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 110 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana 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 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | Torana |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |