1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 43 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, 1997 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Applause 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 390 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1997 Daihatsu Applause, 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 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1997 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 90 | Applause |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |