1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 830 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. 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, 2009 Kia Carnival, 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival 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 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 90 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |