1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 51 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 836 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Express |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3440 mm |
