1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche RGT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT 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 60 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT.
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, 2000 Porsche RGT (376 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche RGT 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 | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 90 | RGT |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
