1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 40 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 20 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, 1994 Toyota Venture, 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture 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 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Venture |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |