1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S

To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 350 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.

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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 Toyota MR-S
Make Austin Toyota
Model A 90 MR-S
Year Released 1954 1999
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2639 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2610 mm


 

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