1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 37 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 48 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
