1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Publica is newer by 21 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
