1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 52 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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 70 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 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 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3610 mm |