1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 44 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion, 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 90 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
