1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 48 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 290 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.
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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota MR2 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 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |