1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 34 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema 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 10 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
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, 1988 Lancia Thema, 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 90 | Thema |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |