1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 225 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.
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 Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend 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 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Legend |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |