1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 160 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX 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 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
