1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 165 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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. 2005 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
