1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 41 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 212 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 1995 Honda Shuttle 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. 1995 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |