1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 178 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2006 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 90 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |