1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 39 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, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX 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 340 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX.
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, 1993 Honda CRX, 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1993 Honda CRX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | CRX |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |