1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 55 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 415 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 90 | Sirion |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |