1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 115 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, 2006 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 90 | IS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
