1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 is newer by 38 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, 1992 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400 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 144 kg more than 1992 Rover 400.
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, 1992 Rover 400, 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 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 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 90 | 400 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |