1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 400 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |