1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 53 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, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF 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 130 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
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, 2007 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF 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 | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 90 | TF |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |