1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1987 Austin Montego
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 33 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 2 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1987 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 90 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
