1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Dodge Shadow
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 35 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow 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 32 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow 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 | 1989 Dodge Shadow | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 90 | Shadow |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
