1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 46 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 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 170 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 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 90 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
