1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1997 TVR Chimaera 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Chimaera 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 295 kg more than 1997 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1997 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 90 | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |