1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E 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, 1998 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 50 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.
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, 1998 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E 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 | 1998 Tata E | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 90 | E |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |