1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 452 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 90 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2295 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 | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
