1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |