1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 12 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, 2011 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2011 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
