1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 54 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
