1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 57 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, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit 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 177 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Fit |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2499 mm |