1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 47 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 110 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 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V. 2001 Honda CR-V 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. 2001 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
