1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 42 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 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 1998 Toyota Caldina 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. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |