1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 29 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, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza 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 64 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza.
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 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 90 | Monza |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |