1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 45 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 365 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 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera 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 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
