1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1993 Infiniti Q45 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 362 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, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 1993 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1993 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 90 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |