1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90.
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 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |